Exam Overview

There are two parts of the NNAAP® Examination, the Written (or Oral) Examination and the Skills Evaluation. You do not need to take both of these the first time on the same day unless you register for the paper-pencil written/oral exam in place of the online exam. You must pass both parts in order to be listed on the California Nurse Assistant Registry.

The Online (available 1/1/2023) or Paper - Pencil Written Examination

The Written Examination consists of seventy (70) multiple choice questions written in English. Sample examination questions are provided in this handbook. 
Note: An Oral Examination may be taken in place of the Written Examination if you have difficulty reading English. 

The Oral Examination consists of sixty (60) multiple-choice questions and ten (10) reading comprehension questions. If you want to take the Oral Examination, you must request it when you submit your application.

The Skills Evaluation 

During the Skills Evaluation, you will be asked to perform five (5) randomly selected nurse aide skills. You will be given thirty (30) minutes to complete the five (5) skills. You will be rated on these skills by a Nurse Aide Evaluator. You must perform all five (5) skills correctly to pass the Skills Evaluation. 

See Written (or Oral) Exam and Skills Evaluation for more details on the parts of the NNAAP Examination.